8. “I watched ‘Crash’ and realize that we all survivors/ No religion or race could ever describe us. [“Forever Begins”]

10. “They say ‘life is a game,’ so I play hard.” [“They Say”]

11. “Playing on a field of hard times/ These struggles like the yard line/ that I gain from/ Nowhere is where I came from.” [“Any Given Sunday”]

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12. “By the foes I was told, either focus or fold.” [“The Corner”]

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13. “How could I ever let your words affect me?” [“Get Em High”]

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14. “It’s the games nature/ When you’re glowin’ some will love and some will hate ya.” [“Real People”]

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15. “I’m trapped in myself/ See what happens with wealth/ At times you can lose yourself/ During the sunniest of days many superstars melt.” [“Any Given Sunday”]

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16. “Life is an obstacle/ As I maneuver through the manure I try to be responsible. [“Book of Life”]

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17. “In relationships, I stand my ground. For example, I like to go to church on New Year’s Eve—to spend that time with God. My ex would always want me to go somewhere with her instead, and when I did, I’d regret it. Now I’ll just say to a woman I’m dating, ‘I’m going to church—and I’ll meet you right after.’” [Interview, Oprah]

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18. “Nobody wants to live in a sad state in their lives and you can create your own dreams and your own happiness if you just work towards it and believe in it and make those choices that lead towards that.” [Interview, Ebony]